Steel Jewelry Hook Findings from Japan
Small steel hooks used as findings for necklace chains in jewelry making. HTS 8308.90.90.00 for base metal hooks in jewelry. Versatile for custom designs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from finished jewelry via 'findings' terminology
• Plating specs critical for tariff shifts (base vs precious)
• Minimum value thresholds for jewelry classification